Posts Tagged ‘child nutrition’
Milk Fat in Early Childhood
USDA published a final rule that allows CACFP operators to offer whole or reduced-fat milk to participants ages two and up. Here’s what the research says about milk fat in early childhood.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Joanne Varnes with Catholic Charities – Diocese of Wilmington
Joanne Varnes is the Program Manager at Catholic Charities – Diocese of Wilmington. Learn more about their work as a CACFP sponsor in Delaware.
Read MoreStoring Fruits and Veggies Safely
When you handle and store fruits and vegetables correctly, they stay fresh and safe for the children in your care. Our partners at ICN have tips for cleaning and storing produce to help prevent waste and keep food safe.
Read MoreEnsuring Integrity in Non-Congregate Meal Service in the SFSP
USDA released guidance with recommendations for State agencies to ensure program integrity for non-congregate meals in the SFSP.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Paula Barton and Amy Warby of Alliance For Children
Paula Barton is the Executive Director and Amy Warby is the Associate Director of Alliance For Children, a sponsor of homes and child care centers across Utah.
Read MoreNCA Response – Expanding Fluid Milk Options in CNPs
After conducting a listening session with our community, NCA responded to USDA’s Final Rule: Expanding Fluid Milk Options in CNPs.
Read MoreExpanding Fluid Milk Options in CNPs
USDA released guidance on the implementation of the Expanding Fluid Milk Options in Child Nutrition Programs Final Rule. As of June 8, 2026, all CACFP operators have the flexibility to serve whole, reduced-fat, low-fat, and fat-free milk to all participants ages two and up in their programs.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Enrique Viejon Jr. with Educare of Washington DC
Enrique Viejon Jr. is the Comprehensive Services Manager at Educare of Washington DC which runs two Head Start centers and is a CACFP sponsor for six centers. Learn more about Enrique’s work!
Read MoreState Policies Shaping the Future of CACFP
States are uniquely positioned to step up where CACFP federal funding falls short and address the needs of their communities. Multiple states have already taken up this mantle and pushed forward policies to better support providers and sponsors of the CACFP in successfully operating the program.
Read MoreSponsor Spotlight: Adela Trujillo with CAASNM
Adela Trujillo is the CACFP Director for Community Action Agency of Southern New Mexico (CAASNM), a CACFP sponsor of over 460 family child care homes, 80 child care centers and 2 At-Risk afterschool sites that serve nutritious meals to 11,000 children. Learn more about Adela!
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